Permanent Foundation Piering & Underpinning
We lift, level, and permanently stabilize your home with deep-driven foundation piers.
Common Warning Signs of Slab Foundation Failure
Cracks in Walls, Floors, or Bricks
Have you noticed zig-zag cracks appearing on your interior drywall or on the exterior brick of your home? While a small crack might seem minor, it’s often the first visible symptom that your foundation is settling unevenly and is under stress.
Uneven, Sloping, or Bouncing Floors
Do you feel a dip in the floor when you walk across a room, or notice that objects roll to one side? A sloping or “bouncy” floor is a clear sign that the supports under that section of your slab are sinking, which can lead to further structural damage if not addressed.
Sticking or Misaligned Doors & Windows
A door that suddenly jams in its frame or a window that’s difficult to open and close is a classic sign of foundation movement. This happens because the shifting foundation warps the structural frame of your home, putting stress on every opening.
Gaps Around Trim, Molding, or Fireplace
Look for gaps appearing between the wall and your crown molding, baseboards, or where your fireplace pulls away from the wall. As the foundation settles, it pulls the walls with it, and these gaps are a precise indicator of where the movement is happening.
Our Proven Slab Repair Solutions
Pressed Concrete Pilings
This is the most common and cost-effective solution for the clay soil in our area. We hydraulically drive interlocking concrete cylinders deep into the ground until they reach a stable, load-bearing stratum. The weight of your home is then transferred to this solid layer, providing a permanent lift and stabilization.
Drilled Steel Piers
For maximum depth and strength, we use drilled steel piers. These interlocking steel pipes are driven deep past the volatile clay soil, often to bedrock or an equivalent load-bearing layer. Steel piers offer the ultimate in long-term stability and are the premium solution for protecting your home’s value.
Protect Your Investment by Addressing the Root Cause
The #1 cause of foundation settlement in the New Caney area is poor water management and expansive clay soil. Once your foundation is stable, it’s critical to control the water around your home to prevent future problems from ever happening again.